The optical time domain reflectometer (OTDR) is at the core of fiber optic characterization. It allows for measurements of fiber link attenuation, attenuation coefficient, reflection, splice/connector loss, and point of error as part of the fiber distance function. The OTDR plug-in range is the fastest in the industry, offering the highest performance solution for OTDR field instruments. Its automation and rapid testing features save significant time for companies involved in commissioning and locating faults in optical fiber networks. The range includes field-interchangeable OTDR plug-ins with medium haul (MR), long haul (LR), and very long haul (VLR) testing capabilities at various wavelengths. The plug-ins can be inserted into the MTS/T-BERD platforms to enhance modularity. The scalable design of the MTS/T-BERD platforms allows companies to customize their testing solutions for their unique network environments by purchasing only the necessary features. This maximizes scalability, manageability, price/performance, and flexibility. The platforms can be easily upgraded as optical network technology changes, eliminating the need for purchasing new test sets and reducing training time and costs. The combination of the OTDR plug-in with the MTS/T-BERD platform enables efficient fiber characterization testing.
